Festuca occidentalis (Western fescue)
Cool season, short-lived perennial bunchgrass closely related to F. idahoensis. Drought tolerant, shallow rooted species that often occurs on dry to moist well-drained woodlands, rocky slopes and along stream banks. Quick and reliable to germinate with excellent erosion control potential. Good palatability; fair seed producer.

INFORMATION & ATTRIBUTES
Family: Poaceae
Duration: Perennial, short-lived
Growth Habit: Graminoid
Native Status: Native
Season: Cool
Growth Form: Bunchgrass
Mature Height: 36 in.
Annual Precipitation: 14+in.
Drought Tolerance: High
Shade Tolerance: Tolerant
Elevation:
Fire Resistance: No
Fire Tolerance:
SOIL ADAPTATION
Coarse Texture: Yes
Medium Texture: Yes
Fine Texture: No
Salinity Tolerance: None
CaCO3 Tolerance: Low
pH Range: 6.0-7.5
SEEDING NOTES
Seeds per Pound: 336,000
Seeding Rate: 4-6 PLS lbs/acre
Season: Spring/Fall
Days to Germination:
VARIETIES & LOCAL ACCESSIONS
None